On July 29, 2025, the Toronto Blue Jays made a significant move to strengthen their bullpen, acquiring right-handed reliever Seranthony Dominguez from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for pitching prospect Juaron Watts-Brown, as confirmed by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The trade, executed between games of a doubleheader against the Orioles, also included cash considerations from Baltimore.
Dominguez, a 30-year-old veteran in his seventh MLB season, brings a wealth of experience to Toronto. This season, he appeared in 43 games for the Orioles, posting a 3.24 ERA and 1.344 WHIP over 41.2 innings, with 54 strikeouts and 24 walks. Known for his big fastball and versatile secondary pitches, Dominguez has recorded 40 saves across his career, which includes a five-plus-season stint with the Philadelphia Phillies before joining Baltimore. His career stats boast a 3.54 ERA and 1.218 WHIP over 285 innings in 298 appearances, making him a valuable addition to the Jays’ late-game relief corps, especially with Yimi García sidelined by injuries.
Juaron Watts-Brown, the 23-year-old prospect sent to Baltimore, was a third-round pick by the Jays in the 2023 MLB Draft out of Oklahoma State. Ranked as Toronto’s No. 10 prospect by MLB Pipeline, he has shown promise at Double-A New Hampshire, with strong performances across High-A and Double-A this season. The Orioles, looking to retool for 2026, view Watts-Brown as a potential rotation piece, given his proximity to the majors and Rule 5 eligibility after next season.
This trade addresses Toronto’s urgent need for bullpen depth, highlighted by their relievers’ struggles in recent games against Baltimore, where they allowed 17 earned runs in two contests. While Dominguez fills a critical role, the Jays are expected to remain active in the relief market as the July 31, 2025, trade deadline approaches, aiming to solidify their postseason push.
